ANAT SC 3109 - Applied Anatomy of the Thorax and Abdomen

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2019

The Applied Anatomy of the Thorax and Abdomen course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the anatomical aspects that form the basis of common surgical approaches and procedures in the thorax and abdomen. It employs dissection of the human body as a core activity. It involves the study of the thorax, including the thoracic wall, mediastinum, heart and coronary vessels, trachea, lungs and pleura; and the abdomen including abdominal wall, peritoneum, liver, pancreas, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system, male and female reproductive organs, nerves and blood vessels. Clinical scenarios, for example, appendicitis, cholecystectomy, peptic ulcer, coronary bypass, pericardiocentesis, central venous line insertion, vagotomy, ligation of uterine tube, hysterectomy, vasectomy and inguinal herniorraphy will be used to emphasise the applied anatomy of thorax and abdomen.

The Applied Anatomy of the Thorax and Abdomen course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the anatomical aspects that form the basis of common surgical approaches and procedures in the thorax and abdomen. It employs dissection of the human body as a core activity. It involves the study of the thorax, including the thoracic wall, mediastinum, heart and coronary vessels, trachea, lungs and pleura; and the abdomen including abdominal wall, peritoneum, liver, pancreas, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system, male and female reproductive organs, nerves and blood vessels. Clinical scenarios, for example, appendicitis, cholecystectomy, peptic ulcer, coronary bypass, pericardiocentesis, central venous line insertion, vagotomy, ligation of uterine tube, hysterectomy, vasectomy and inguinal herniorraphy will be used to emphasise the applied anatomy of thorax and abdomen.

Demonstrate appropriate teamwork in shared dissection tasks and time management

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Understand the ethical issues of dissection of human cadavers and develop responsibilities in using the human body for acquisition of knowledge, including demonstration of a professional attitude in dissection classes and treatment of the dissected bodies with respect and dignity.

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute

Course Learning Outcome(s)

Deep discipline knowledge

informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies

acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1

accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)

1-9

Critical thinking and problem solving

steeped in research methods and rigor

based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development

demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment

1-9

Teamwork and communication skills

developed from, with, and via the SGDE

honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies

encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning

8.9

Career and leadership readiness

technology savvy

professional and, where relevant, fully accredited

forward thinking and well informed

tested and validated by work based experiences

1-9

Intercultural and ethical competency

adept at operating in other cultures

comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts

Able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes

demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges

9

Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal

open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers

able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate

Online Learning

The primary communication channel is via MyUni and University e-mail. Check MyUni regularly before each class. All documentation including past exam papers, weekly dissection tasks, formative assessment questions and lecture notes will be placed on MyUni https://myuni.adelaide.edu.au/webapps/login/

Not reading one’s University-provided e-mail or MyUni announcements will not be a valid reason for missing important deadlines etc.

Learning & Teaching Modes

Lectures are supported by dissection program and formative assessments tasks/questions related to the week’s activities. Practical dissection classes are hands on experience of discovery and it is expected that everyone will contribute.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

As a 3-unit course, Applied Anatomy of Surgical Procedures: Thorax, Abdomen requires approximately 12 h of work per week, including 2 lecture and 3 hours of practical dissections attendance.

Learning Activities Summary

Week

Topic

Lecture

Week 1

Thorax and abdomen introduction

Thoracic wall

Anterior abdominal wall

Week 2

Chest and groin

Mediastinum

Inguinal canal and hernia

Week 3

Heart and upper GIT

External heart morphology and imaging

Pertinoneum, greater and lesser sacs

Feedback formative test 1

Week 4

Heart and upper GIT

Internal anatomy of the heart Upper GITblood supply

Week 5

Heart

Small bowel

Great vessels, autonomic plexuses

Duodenum and pancreas. Heart

Feedback formative test 2

Week 6

Mid course spotter assessment

Feedback/revision/ Q&A

Week 7

Liver

Posterior mediastinum

Portal circulation

Oesophagus. Azygos sytem

Week 8

Posterior abdominal wall

Inferior vena cava, aorta, biliary system

Week 9

Thorax and abdomen overview

Thorax and abdomen overviewFeedback formative test 3

Week 10

Revision

Students will create their own spotter questions and answers that will contribute to the formative assessment next week

Week 11

Revision/formative assessment

Revision.Formative assessment

Week 12

No teaching

No teaching

Week 13

No teaching

No teaching

Specific Course Requirements

Attendance in lectures and dissections is compulsory to pass the course. In order to pass Applied Anatomy of the Thorax and Abdomen, students are required to achieve a grade of at least 50% for the course. If you are unable to attend any of the lectures or practical classes you are required to provide a valid reason.

Policy on return of examination papersThe Discipline of Anatomy and Pathology does not return examination papers to students. However, students who fail the examination may have an opportunity to review their paper with a member of the academic staff at the beginning of the following semester.

Small Group Discovery Experience

As no two human cadaver dissections will be the same or fit exactly with text book descriptions, anatomical variations, the effects of prior surgery and various pathologies will be discovered by each group of 4 students that dissect a cadaver.

Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.

Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.

Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task

Assessment Type

Weighting

Learning Outcome(s) being addressed

Assessment 1--Written Examination (individual assessment)

Summative

50%

1-3, 5, 7

Assessment 2— Practical examination (individual assessment)

Summative

20%

1-4

Assessment 3—Practical test end of semester (individual assessment)

Summative

20%

1-4

Assessment 4— continuous assessment during the practical classes to determine knowledge of the currenttopic, preparation for the task, participation in the dissection, engagement and attendance (individualassessment), and the ability to work as a team (team assessment).

Summative

10%

6-9

Assessment Related Requirements

Attendance in lectures and dissections is compulsory to pass the course. In order to pass Applied Anatomy of Surgical Procedures: thorax and Abdomen, students are required to achieve a grade of at least 50% for the course. If you are unable to attend any of the lectures or practical classes you are required to provide a valid reason.

Assessment Detail

Assessment comprises several parts:

Formative assessmentsFormative assessments e-Learning will be provided weekly online in the form of clinical scenarios, quizzes, images, diagrams etc. All students should attempt the formative assessment, time will be allocated in lectures for questions/answers. There will be 3 formative assessments conducted during dissection classess using electronic voting systems and designed to give feedback. There will be 2 formative practical assessments followed by feedback sessions. Practical tutors will test students' knowledge informally and will provide feedback and answers to questions.

Summative assessmentsAll tests and exams will be conducted by full-time academic staffAssessment 1--Written Examination (individual assessment)SupervisedWeighting: 50%Type/duration Theory paper, a mix of clinical scenarios, short answers and MCQs, 2 hours.Date: Exam period end of semester 2

Assessment 4— continuous assessment during the practical classes to determine knowledge of the currenttopic, preparation for the task, participation in the dissection, engagement and attendance (individualassessment), and the ability to work as a team (team assessment),SupervisedWeighting 10%

Submission

No information currently available.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)

Grade

Mark

Description

FNS

Fail No Submission

F

1-49

Fail

P

50-64

Pass

C

65-74

Credit

D

75-84

Distinction

HD

85-100

High Distinction

CN

Continuing

NFE

No Formal Examination

RP

Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

Replacement/Additional Assessment:On Medical or Compassionate GroundsTo request a replacement/additional examination on Medical or Compassionate grounds, appropriate forms should be obtained from the appropriate web site, completed and submitted in the appropriate time frame. Students are advisedto refer to the university’s website and policy on replacement/additional examinations. The academic staff will make the final decision regarding the offer of a supplementary examination. Sitting a replacement/additional examination offered on this basis will result in a formal mark being awarded, i.e. pass, credit or distinction.On Academic GroundsStudents cannot request a replacement/additional examination on academic grounds. Replacement/additional examinations will be offered to students on academic grounds (normally a final grade of between 45% and 49%).Those sitting supplementary examinations on academic grounds will be required to achieve a grade of at least 50% in the replacement/additional examination to pass the course. Successful completion of replacement/additional examination offered on this basis can only result in a final mark for the course of 50%.Replacement/additional examinations are only held during the official university supplementary examination period and students are expected to be available to sit replacement/additional examinations at this time.Students who are offered a replacement/additional examination, but who fail to sit on the set date and time will be deemed to have failed AATA. Pre-booked vacation, overseas travel or family celebrations are unacceptable reasons to be unavailable for the replacement/additional examination. Those who cannot sit the replacement/additional (supplementary) examination on the basis of extraordinary medical or compassionate grounds may be offered the opportunity to sit another examination at the time of the next available examination of AATA (usually Semester II of the following year). A withheld result will be entered on the student academic record until such examination is sat.Failure to sit the next available exam will result in a grade of fail being awarded.

The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

We were pleased that there was 92% broad agreement from students that they were satisfied with the quality of this new course. In response to this first course SELT we have improved the clarity of the practical notes and lecture objectives, added more feedback sessions, placed last year’s assessment online as an example and altered the sequence of delivery of course content.

On Medical or Compassionate GroundsTo request a replacement/additional examination on Medical or Compassionate grounds, appropriate forms should be obtained from the appropriate web site, completed and submitted in the appropriate time frame. Students are advised to refer to the university’s website and policy on replacement/additional examinations. The academic staff will make the final decision regarding the offer of a supplementary examination. Sitting a replacement/additional examination offered on this basis will result in a formal mark being awarded, i.e. pass, credit or distinction.

On Academic GroundsStudents cannot request a replacement/additional examination on academic grounds. Replacement/additional examinations will be offered to students on academic grounds (normally a final grade of between 45% and 49%). Those sitting supplementary examinations on academic grounds will be required to achieve a grade of at least 50% in the replacement/additional examination to pass the course. Successful completion of replacement/additional examination offered on this basis can only result in a final mark for the course of 50%.

Replacement/additional examinations are only held during the official university supplementary examination period and students are expected to be available to sit replacement/additional examinations at this time.Students who are offered a replacement/additional examination, but who fail to sit on the set date and time will be deemed to have failed AATA. Pre-booked vacation, overseas travel or family celebrations are unacceptable reasons to be unavailable for the replacement/additional examination. Those who cannot sit the replacement/additional (supplementary) examination on the basis of extraordinary medical or compassionate grounds may be offered the opportunity to sit another examination at the time of the next available examination of AATA (usually Semester II of the following year). A withheld result will be entered on the student academic record until such examination is sat. Failure to sit the next available exam will result in a grade of fail being awarded.

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